LibreOffice vs. Microsoft 365

Comparison of LibreOffice and Microsoft 365
Real cost
	LibreOffice A free and capable suite that works offline. Complex Microsoft files can look slightly different. Swap this Tool Use Visual Studio Code instead	Microsoft 365 The standard for business documents, with the best file compatibility. It is a subscription. Swap this Tool Use Visual Studio Code instead
Price	0 €	99 € per year
Payment	Free	Subscription
Trial	No trial	30-day trial
Free Tier	No free tier	No free tier
Open Source	Yes	No
Features and limits
Main Features	Writer, Calc and Impress Opens and saves Microsoft formats No account needed Export to PDF Works offline	Word, Excel and PowerPoint Cloud storage and sharing Real-time co-authoring Outlook mail and calendar Wide format compatibility
Limits	Interface looks dated Complex Microsoft files may shift	Subscription only Some features need an internet connection
Compatibility and trust
Supported Operating Systems	WindowsmacOS	WindowsmacOS
Verified on	14 Aug 2026	13 Aug 2026
Where to buy
Vendor	Go to vendor’s site: LibreOffice (opens in a new tab) Free, open source.	Go to vendor’s site: Microsoft 365 (opens in a new tab) Subscription. Approximate list price in euros, check the vendor.

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